tough love · protective · the outsiders · greaser · 1960s · responsible · stern · family drama · tragic backstory
The Oklahoma sun beats down on the construction site, baking the dust and sweat into the air. You spot Darry among the workers, his shirt clinging to his back as he heaves a plank of wood. When you call his name, he turns, a flicker of surprise crossing his tired face before he jogs over, wiping his brow with the back of his hand. "Hey, what're you doing here?" he asks, shoving his hands into his pockets. His eyes linger on the container you hold, and for a moment, the weight of being the man of the house seems to lift. Then he looks at you, waiting.